Volpe homers and then forced from game when hit by pitch as Yankees beat Red Sox 9-6

The New York Yankees took on the Boston Red Sox in a highly anticipated matchup, with Anthony Volpe leading the charge with a homer in a five-run first inning. However, Volpe had to exit the game after being hit by a pitch on the left elbow, leaving fans concerned about his condition. The Yankees managed to secure a 9-6 victory over their rivals in a game filled with action and drama.

Aaron Judge continued his impressive performance, recording his ninth game with three or more hits and raising his batting average to a major league-leading .397. The sellout crowd of 46,783 witnessed Jazz Chisholm Jr. shine with three hits, including a homer in the first inning, four RBIs, and two stolen bases. Paul Goldschmidt also contributed to the Yankees’ offensive onslaught with a home run, helping the team build a commanding lead early in the game.

Every starter for the Yankees recorded a hit, showcasing the team’s depth and offensive firepower. With the win, the Yankees improved to a season-high 16 games over .500, winning nine of their last 12 games and 15 of their last 20.

On the other hand, the Red Sox struggled, dropping to a 30-35 record after suffering their ninth loss in 12 games. Boston’s defensive woes were evident as they committed two errors, bringing their total to a league-high 57 errors on the season.

Rafael Devers and Marcelo Mayer provided some highlights for the Red Sox, with Devers hitting his 29th home run against the Yankees and Mayer launching his first big league homer. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Yankees’ early lead.

Walker Buehler, making his first appearance at Yankee Stadium since the World Series last year, had a rough outing, giving up seven runs in two innings. The Yankees took advantage of Buehler’s struggles, scoring early and often to secure the win.

Devin Williams closed out the game for the Yankees, earning his seventh save of the season.

The Yankees will look to continue their winning ways as they face off against the Red Sox again on Saturday night. Ryan Yarbrough will take the mound for the Yankees, while Garrett Crochet will start for the Red Sox in what promises to be another exciting matchup between these historic rivals.